Politics

ADC Suspends Atiku, Babachir Lawal Over Alleged Anti-Party Activities

Daily Dispatch April 13, 2026

The Adamawa State chapter of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has announced the suspension of former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, alongside former Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Babachir Lawal, over alleged anti-party activities. The announcement was made by the party’s

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No Request From Any ADC Faction To Use Eagle Square, Wike Says Claims Baseless

Daily Dispatch April 13, 2026

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, on Monday dismissed claims that any political party was denied the usage of the Eagle Square, insisting that no formal application was submitted. “Who denied them? I am not aware of any such development, and I don’t even know which party you are referring to. […]

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ADC Crisis Deepens as New Faction Rejects Mark, Bala Groups

Daily Dispatch April 7, 2026

A new faction has emerged within the African Democratic Congress (ADC), intensifying the party’s internal crisis as it distances itself from both the David Mark-led opposition coalition and the camp linked to Nafiu Bala. The group, headed by Don Norman Obinna, claims to represent the legitimate National Executive Committee (NEC) of the party. Addressing journalists […]

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ADC Leadership Crisis: Legal Timeline Raises Fresh Questions Over Party Legitimacy

Daily Dispatch April 7, 2026

By Olumide Bajulaiye The ongoing leadership crisis within the African Democratic Congress (ADC) is taking on new dimensions as emerging legal details challenge widely held assumptions about the party’s current structure and legitimacy. At the centre of the dispute is a development many observers appear to have overlooked: a legal challenge to the party’s leadership […]

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2027: Adesanya-Davies Advocates Female Presidency, Cites Liberia, Namibia Examples

Daily Dispatch March 26, 2026

A former presidential candidate and current aspirant for the 2027 elections, Funmilayo Adesanya-Davies, has called for Nigeria to elect a woman as president, describing it as a “national imperative” rather than a symbolic aspiration. In a statement titled “Women for President in Nigeria: As in Namibia and Liberia,” Adesanya-Davies said the country stands at a […]

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2027: Obi Expresses Doubt Over ADC Presidential Ticket

Daily Dispatch March 20, 2026

Former presidential candidate Peter Obi has said he is uncertain about clinching the presidential ticket of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) ahead of the 2027 general elections. Speaking on his political future and ongoing coalition talks, Obi acknowledged that there are no guarantees regarding his chances within the party, despite growing public interest. “I’ve been